Chapter 31

Anna’s POV

The maids collected my jacket. And another collected my bag. I mumbled thanks in return and went towards mom to kiss her cheek.

Dad held out his arms and pulled me into a hug.

“I almost thought you weren’t coming home tonight.” A voice hollered in the dark while I stared on in stupefaction.

“Surprise!” Mom yelled excitedly, clapping her hands.

A bulb was switched on and the light highlighted the contour of my grandmother that sat at the dining table, eating her usual cake and tea.

My eyes lit up in surprise, elation and happiness as I ran towards her to give her my bone-crushing hug.

“Nonna.” I cried and happiness overwhelmed me.

“Ah! Delicatamente!” Her eyes gleamed.

“Gently!” She smiled and released herself. “You will crush my fragile bones.” She squirmed and placed her tender palm on my face.

“Sweet Jesus!” She exclaimed twirling me around. “Sei cresciuto splendida bella giovane donna zucca.”

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